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Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos (Theodosia #1)

Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos
(Theodosia #1)

Author

R L Lafevers

Illustrator

Yoko Tanaka

Publication Date

May 01, 2008

Genre / Grade Band

Fiction / 4^th − 5^th

Language

English

Theodosia and the Serpents of Chaos (Theodosia #1)

Paperback

Only 5 copies currently available

Description

Theodosia Throckmorton has her hands full at the Museum of Legends and Antiquities in London. Her father may be head curator, but it is Theo—and only Theo—who is able to see all the magic and ancient curses that still cling to the artifacts in the museum.

In this first book in the popular series, Theo’s mother returns from her latest archaeological dig bearing the Heart of Egypt—a legendary amulet belonging to an ancient tomb. Theo learns that it comes inscribed with a curse so vile that it threatens to crumble the British Empire from within and start a war too terrible to imagine.

Intent on returning the malevolent artifact to its rightful place, Theo devises a daring plan to put things right. But even with the help of her younger brother, a wily street urchin, and the secret society known as the Brotherhood of the Chosen Keepers, it won’t be easy . . . she quickly finds herself pursued down dark alleys, across an ocean, through the bustling crowds of Cairo, and straight into the heart of an ancient mystery.

Theo will have to call upon everything she’s ever learned in order to prevent the rising chaos from destroying her country—and herself!

This highly praised, exciting middle grade series is a must for fans of mysteries, humor, and nonstop action.

Publication date

May 01, 2008

Genre

Fiction

ISBN-13

9780618999767

Lexile Measure

780

Publisher

Clarion Books

Series

Theodosia

BISAC categories

Library of Congress categories

History
Great Britain
20th century
Adventure and adventurers
Magic
Family life
Egypt
Edward VII, 1901-1910
London (England)
England
Blessing and cursing
Museums
Antiquities
Good and evil
Incantations, Egyptian
Occult fiction

ALA/Booklist

Starred Review

This imaginative, supernatural mystery will find word-of-mouth popularity.

School Library Journal

Vivid descriptions of fog-shrouded London and hot, dusty Cairo enhance the palpable gothic atmosphere, while page-turning action and a plucky, determined heroine add to the book's appeal. . . A fine bet for a booktalk to classes studying ancient Egypt.

Publishers Weekly

Starred Review

There are surprises aplenty in LaFevers's spirited debut, a sort of Indiana Jones for girls and a perfect blend of mystery and humor. . . . Loads of evocative Egyptian history and an oh-so-plucky, resourceful narrator make this the first volume in a series to watch.

Kirkus

Intrepid Theosodia, age 11, narrates a fantasy steeped in invented and authentic Egyptology, clashing secret societies and pre-WWI European intrigue.

R L Lafevers

R. L. LaFevers (Robin Lorraine when she's in really big trouble) has been fascinated by libraries and museums ever since she first set foot in one. When she's not gazing longingly at ancient artifacts or wallowing in old forgotten texts, she's busy trying to keep one step ahead of her two teenage sons. She lives with the aforementioned sons, her husband, and a demonic cat in Southern California.

Iowa Children's Choice (ICCA) Award

Nominee 2012 - 2013

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